Senior Pricing Analyst

Nightwing; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Additional insurances

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking an experienced Estimating and Pricing professional to support the development and execution of sole source and competitive proposals for Government and Commercial contracts. You will partner with capture teams to provide strategic pricing guidance, cost/price analysis, and ensure profitability while maximizing win probability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, active Top Secret clearance (or ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Active Top Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• 5+ years of experience in pricing, cost estimating, or financial analysis supporting government contracts.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, etc.), and government pricing requirements.
• Experience preparing proposals for Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or Federal civilian agencies.
• Proficiency in cost modeling, spreadsheet development, and financial analysis tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced proposal environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive pricing strategies and competitive pricing recommendations for government and commercial opportunities.
• Prepare detailed cost models and pricing volumes for proposals.
• Analyze labor rates, material costs, subcontractor quotes, and indirect costs to build accurate cost estimates.
• Conduct cost analyses and price reasonableness assessments.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements, CAS, and TINA; prepare cost and pricing data submissions.
• Develop and maintain certified cost or pricing data packages.
• Collaborate with business development, program managers, and program staff; generate pricing reports for leadership.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Pricing experience

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Proposal experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking an experienced Estimating and Pricing professional to support the development and execution of sole source and competitive proposals for Government and Commercial contracts. This role serves as a critical business partner to capture teams, providing strategic pricing guidance and cost/price analysis to maximize win probability while ensuring profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Proposal Pricing & Cost Analysis

• Develop comprehensive pricing strategies and competitive pricing recommendations for government and commercial opportunities.
• Prepare detailed cost models and pricing volumes for proposals.
• Analyze labor rates, material costs, subcontractor quotes, and indirect rates to build accurate cost estimates.
• Conduct cost analyses and price reasonableness assessments.

Government Contracting Compliance

• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements, CAS, and Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA).
• Prepare cost and pricing data submissions in accordance with government regulations.
• Develop and maintain certified cost or pricing data packages.

Business Analysis & Strategy

• Collaborate with business development teams, program managers, and program function staff.
• Perform analysis and research to inform pricing decisions.
• Generate pricing reports and presentations for executive leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Active Top Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• 5+ years of experience in pricing, cost estimating, or financial analysis supporting government contracts.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, etc.), and government pricing requirements.
• Experience preparing proposals for Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, or Federal civilian agencies.
• Proficiency in cost modeling, spreadsheet development, and financial analysis tools. To include proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced proposal environment.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($77,000–$163,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.